12th Annual Christmas Without Cancer 5k Run/Walk (In-Person OR Virtual Option)
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Evergreen Park, Illinois
- Price $40.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 12th Annual Christmas Without Cancer 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Evergreen Park in Cook! This exciting event offers both in-person and virtual participation options, allowing everyone to join in on the fun while supporting a noble cause. Lace up your running shoes or grab your walking gear and take part in this heartwarming fundraiser that aims to support Southland families battling the challenges of cancer.
All proceeds from the event will go directly to Christmas Without Cancer NFP, a dedicated nonprofit organization that has been making a difference since 2003. Your participation will help provide vital assistance to families in need, including Christmas gifts, grocery gift cards, and financial support for essential expenses. Together, we can make a meaningful impact in our community and help families facing the harsh realities of cancer. Don't miss out on this uplifting event—mark your calendar and get ready to run or walk for a cause that truly matters!
All proceeds from the event will go directly to Christmas Without Cancer NFP, a dedicated nonprofit organization that has been making a difference since 2003. Your participation will help provide vital assistance to families in need, including Christmas gifts, grocery gift cards, and financial support for essential expenses. Together, we can make a meaningful impact in our community and help families facing the harsh realities of cancer. Don't miss out on this uplifting event—mark your calendar and get ready to run or walk for a cause that truly matters!
Organiser's Description
12TH ANNUAL 5K RUN/WALK FUNDRAISING EVENT FOR CHRISTMAS WITHOUT CANCER NFP
ALL FUNDS RAISED WILL ENABLE CHRISTMAS WITHOUT CANCER TO PERSIST IN ITS MISSION OF SUPPORTING SOUTHLAND FAMILIES WHO ARE FIGHTING THE HARSH REALITIES OF CANCER THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.
WHO IS CHRISTMAS WITHOUT CANCER NFP?
A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION ESTABLISHED IN 2003 BY GERRI NEYLON, A COMPASSIONATE ONCOLOGY NURSE WHO OBSERVED THE HARDSHIPS HER PATIENTS FACED - PHYSICALLY, EMOTIONALLY, AND FINANCIALLY. OUR TEAM PROVIDES A VARIETY OF SUPPORT, INCLUDING CHRISTMAS GIFTS, GIFT CARDS FOR GAS, GROCERIES, MEDICATIONS, AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR MORTGAGE, RENT, CAR PAYMENTS, SCHOOL TUITION, AND HOUSEHOLD BILLS. ALTHOUGH OUR NAME INCLUDES "CHRISTMAS," WE TAKE PRIDE IN OFFERING ASSISTANCE YEAR-ROUND TO QUALIFYING RECIPIENTS, MADE POSSIBLE BY THE GENEROSITY OF OUR WONDERFUL SUPPORTERS. FOR MORE THAN TWENTY YEARS, WE HAVE BEEN ABLE TO HELP THOUSANDS OF FAMILIES IN THE SOUTHLAND WHO ARE DEALING WITH THE DIFFICULTIES OF CANCER.
ALL FUNDS RAISED WILL ENABLE CHRISTMAS WITHOUT CANCER TO PERSIST IN ITS MISSION OF SUPPORTING SOUTHLAND FAMILIES WHO ARE FIGHTING THE HARSH REALITIES OF CANCER THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.
WHO IS CHRISTMAS WITHOUT CANCER NFP?
A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION ESTABLISHED IN 2003 BY GERRI NEYLON, A COMPASSIONATE ONCOLOGY NURSE WHO OBSERVED THE HARDSHIPS HER PATIENTS FACED - PHYSICALLY, EMOTIONALLY, AND FINANCIALLY. OUR TEAM PROVIDES A VARIETY OF SUPPORT, INCLUDING CHRISTMAS GIFTS, GIFT CARDS FOR GAS, GROCERIES, MEDICATIONS, AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR MORTGAGE, RENT, CAR PAYMENTS, SCHOOL TUITION, AND HOUSEHOLD BILLS. ALTHOUGH OUR NAME INCLUDES "CHRISTMAS," WE TAKE PRIDE IN OFFERING ASSISTANCE YEAR-ROUND TO QUALIFYING RECIPIENTS, MADE POSSIBLE BY THE GENEROSITY OF OUR WONDERFUL SUPPORTERS. FOR MORE THAN TWENTY YEARS, WE HAVE BEEN ABLE TO HELP THOUSANDS OF FAMILIES IN THE SOUTHLAND WHO ARE DEALING WITH THE DIFFICULTIES OF CANCER.
Races
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5K Walk (In-PERSON)
Incl. $5.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$40.10
OPENS 26 MAYWalk (no bib) -
5K Run (In-PERSON) *Bib / Chip Timing*
Incl. $5.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$40.10
OPENS 26 MAYRun/Walk (includes bib for timing and qualifies you for awards) -
5K Run/Walk (VIRTUAL)
Incl. $5.10 Fee & T-Shirt
$40.10
OPENS 26 MAYComplete in your own time, wherever you like! This is a great option for those who cannot attend in person or for those who may live out of state but still want to support our efforts. You are required to pick up your materials if you live within our 30-mile radius.
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9719 S. Homan Ave., Evergreen Park, 60805, IL, United States
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